Spike-moss (Selaginellaceae) - PictureThis

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Spike-moss

Spike-moss is notable for its small, scale-like leaves and creeping or trailing stems, which often form dense mats. These plants thrive in moist, shaded environments, where their fern-like appearance enables efficient water absorption and retention. Distinctively, spike-moss reproduces via spores located in cone-like structures, adapting well to various forested or rocky habitats.

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Spike-moss (Selaginellaceae)

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